Mental Health: Research and Practice MSc/PGDip/PGCert
Program Overview
The Mental Health: Research and Practice MSc/PGDip/PGCert at the University of Nottingham offers a thorough foundation in mental health research, focusing on causes, assessment, and treatments. The program combines core modules with optional specializations, and students conduct a supervised research project in the final semester. Career opportunities include research assistant, healthcare worker, and academic roles in the mental health sector.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Mental Health: Research and Practice MSc/PGDip/PGCert program at the University of Nottingham provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the causes, assessment, and treatment of mental health difficulties. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct research in the field of mental health.
Outline:
The program consists of a combination of compulsory and optional modules. Compulsory modules include:
- Models and Approaches in Mental Health Research
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Methods
- Masters Research Project Optional modules include:
- Clinical Psychology - Core Models and Concepts
- Dementia
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Models and Approaches in Forensic Mental Health
- Systematic Reviews
- Topics in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Topics in Cognitive Neuropsychiatry The program is structured over three semesters, with the first two semesters dedicated to taught modules and the third semester focused on the research project.
Assessment:
Assessment methods vary depending on the module. They may include:
- Essays
- Presentations
- Poster presentations
- Coursework
- Dissertation
- Exams
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of clinical and academic experts. Teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Discussion groups
- Seminars
- Independent study
Careers:
Graduates of the program may pursue careers in a variety of roles in the mental health sector, including:
- Assistant Psychologist
- Research Assistant
- Healthcare Worker
- PhD student
Other:
The program provides students with the opportunity to conduct their own research project under the supervision of an expert. Previous projects have focused on dementia, cognitive psychology, neuroimaging, adult mental health, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Qualification MSc PGDip PGCert Home / UK £9,700 £6,467 £3,233 International £26,250 £17,500 £8,750
Entry Requirements:
Home / UK students
- Undergraduate degree 2:1 in a relevant subject like psychology, cognitive neuroscience or another related discipline.
Additional information
- Applicants with Medicine or those seeking to intercalate within their medical degree are encouraged to apply and will be referred to the course director for consideration.
EU / International students
- Undergraduate degree 2:1 in a relevant subject like psychology, cognitive neuroscience or another related discipline.
International and EU equivalents
- We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.
IELTS
- 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in each element)
English language requirements
- As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English.
Additional information
- Applicants with Medicine or those seeking to intercalate within their medical degree are encouraged to apply and will be referred to the course director for consideration.
Alternative qualifications
- We recognise that applicants have a variety of experiences and follow different pathways to postgraduate study.
- We treat all applicants with alternative qualifications on an individual basis. We may also consider relevant work experience.
- If you are unsure whether your qualifications or work experience are relevant, contact us.
